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Tuesday, 10 September 2013

Spy Drone Can See What You are Wearing From 17,500 Feet

Source:djgabrielpresents

A new camera developed by the Pentagon's research arm was highlighted in a recent special on PBS' "Nova" in an episode called "Rise of the Drones." It's a camera system so detailed it can discern specific movements and even what a subject is wearing.
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency's (DARPA's) Autonomous Real-Time Ground Ubiquitous Surveillance Imaging System (ARGUS) has 1.8 billion pixels (1.8 gigapixels), making it the world' highest resolution camera. The sensors on the camera are so precise, PBS stated it is the equivalent to the capabilities of 100 Predator drones in a medium city.
In the clip from PBS, it is said this is the first time the government has allowed information to be shared about these capabilities.
"It is important for the public to know that some of these capabilities exist," Yiannis Antonaides with contractor BAE Systems said in the clip, but noted the sensor itself cannot be revealed. "Because we are not allowed to expose some of the pieces that make up this sensor, so you get to look a pretty plastic curtains."

The technology allows the user to open up a specific windows of interest in the camera's view while still keeping up an image of the larger picture (sort of like split screen). Antonaides explained that the colored boxes in the image show that the sensor recognized moving objects. "You can see individuals crossing the street. You can see individuals walking in parking lots. There's actually enough resolution to see the people waving their arms or walking around or what kind of clothes they wear," he said. PBS noted that ARGUS can actually see much more details than just attire. It can see objects as small as six inches. At 2:23 in the clip, Antonaides points out that from 17,500 feet, a white object in the field of view is a bird flying. PBS pointed out that DARPA put a time crunch on creating the camera, which lead Antonaides to look into technology that you probably have in your purse or pocket at this very moment. Taking similar imaging systems used in smartphones and putting 368 together, is essentially how Antonaides and other engineers at BAE Systems created ARGUS. It is this "mosaic" of cameras that allows the system to zoom in on specific sections in extreme detail. As for data, the system stores up to 1 million terabytes a day. Putting this into perspective, PBS notes this is equal to 5,000 hours of HD footage.

"You can go back and say 'I would like to know what happened at this particular location three days, two hours, four minutes ago' and it would actually show you what happened as if you were watching it live," Antonaides said.
It is still classified information whether ARGUS has been used in the field yet.

Monday, 22 July 2013

Mongolia World's Best Kept Secret

Mongolia until now has been one of the world's best-kept secrets. Three times the size of France and with more horses than people; it is one Asia's last unspoilt destinations. Nomadic herders still roam the steppe, as they have since the time of ChinggisKhaan.
Watch Mongolia and prepare yourself for an invigorating experience. Immerse yourself in the staggering beauty and warm hospitality of Mongolia; Experience the vast epic landscapes and rich cultural and natural heritage of this wonderful country. You will be charmed by Lake Husvug, the Altai Mountains, the Gobi Desert, the Orgo volcano and Ulaanbaatar. You will be seduced by its welcoming nomads, their customs and traditions, spirituality and music. The spectacular Naddam Festival will have you packing your suitcase to discover this enchanting country yourself.
Source:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeBnyZ12_OQ

Saturday, 22 June 2013

Brazil Protesters March Against Corrupt Government

Brazil protesters march against corrupt government. Tens of thousands of protesters return to the streets of Brazil's biggest city Sao Paulo, to voice their frustration with a government they view as corrupt and inefficient. Those who took part in the mostly peaceful demonstration said that they were angry about having to pay high taxes in return for low-quality public services. "We are marching against the corrupt Brazil that we are living in," said one protester. "Health, unemployment, education, everything. Everything is wrong." Another described the protests as "the fury of an irritated Brazil with this corrupt, stealing government".The demonstrations have snowballed since last week, when a group took to the streets to complain about the high cost of the country's transport system called for a reduction in bus and subway fares.
source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXYz2x0o1wA

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Saturday, 8 June 2013

Alex Jones 1776 Style

In a freshly strimmed corner of the grounds of the Grove Hotel, half a mile from the most important international policy conference in the world, something remarkable happened: the mainstream press showed up. In droves.
Source: http://www.infowars.com